Dhandoraa

3.4/5 (1.1K)

3.4/5 (1.1K)

Dhandoraa is a realistic Telugu drama set in a remote village, unfolding over a single day following the death of an upper-caste man named Shivaji. The story centers on four key characters, each responding differently to the incident. Blending dark humor, social insight and raw authenticity. The film portrays chaos, rituals and human emotions surrounding the death while exposing the deep-rooted caste dynamics that complicate the cremation.

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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

Muralikanth

Producer:

Benny Muppaneni

Writer:

Muralikanth Devasoth

Release Date:

Dec 25, 2025

Synopsis

Cast

Mounika
Muralidhar Goud
Bindhu Madhavi
Rahul Ramakrishna
Navdeep
Nandu Vijay Krishna
Ravi Krishna
Mounika Reddy
Sivaji
Manika Chikkala

Moviegoers are saying

Dhandoraa emerges as a rare Telugu cinema gem that tackles caste-based social issues with unflinching honesty, earning passionate praise from viewers who call it 'excellent in all departments' despite uneven pacing. This rural drama builds slowly but delivers a powerhouse second half anchored by Shivaji's transformative performance and an ensemble cast that brings raw authenticity to every courtroom scene and emotional beat.

Top Mentions

Caste-Drama

Rural-Realism

Ensemble-Powerhouse

Social-Awakening

Courtroom-Thriller

Transformation-Arc

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3.4

RATINGS 1 FANS

3.4

Dec 29, 2025

I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY PEOPLE AREN'T TALKING MUCH ABOUT THIS FILM LIKE PEOPLE SHOULD WATCH THESE FILMS FIRST. EXCELLENT EXCELLENT IN ALL DEPARTMENTS THIS FILM TOPSS JUSTTT EXCELLENT!!!!!!!! FILMS LIKE THIS RARELY COME WHERE EACH AND EVERY ACTOR PERFORMS. LIKEE YOU NAME…

42 Likes

Bhaveshsantu

Jan 15, 2026

The film reflects real-life social divides and tensions between communities in a very honest way.Although the pacing is uneven and the consistency dips in parts, the screenplay remains engaging overall.The director deserves full credit for delivering a meaningful and…

38 Likes

GOZMIT

Jan 19, 2026

Dhandoraa starts off a bit slow, with some nice moments and a decent song setting the tone. The film truly finds its footing from the pre-interval point, and the second half is pure fire. Director Murali Kanth presents the story with an original approach, firmly rooted in a…

32 Likes

Varun
Jan 20, 2026

3.75/5 There are many films with caste-based themes, but most of them end up feeling routine, with disconnecting characters and predictable beats. This one, however, has everything -strong screenplay, effective narration, raw emotions, and a well-handled redemption arc, all…

24 Likes

Abhishekkk!❄️

Dec 30, 2025

Surprisingly good film showcasing the social hierarchies and caste-based atrocities that used to happen back then and still prevalent to this day. It's an amazing film I'd say when compared to all the cringefest of films the TFI churned out this year, I always wanted to see…

26 Likes

NIKHIL_DAS

Dec 27, 2025

Need more films where the content is the real hero

25 Likes

Dil_eep🦇
Feb 1, 2026

Dhandhoraa had complete mastery in terms of writing. Providing a brutal and nuanced drama wrapped around a non-linear narrative while still delivering on traditional highs and comedy a typical commercial film generally has. Whenever you feel like the film might fall under a…

24 Likes

cherxie_z

Jan 11, 2026

🗣️BATTALUUUUU Jokes aside, good film. Great acting but a bit undercooked with the script.

21 Likes

51_D

Dec 26, 2025

Can't deny.. Sivaji is a really good actor.

20 Likes

naren